Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-28-2021, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 325
Re: RH Drive Model A
I have the same car and love it. 9k is truly a gift. buy it and drive it like you stole it!
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-27-2021, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 314
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2021, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,252
Re: Snow Chains
put it in reverse get out and push it, jump in and head for home!
wish it were that easy. Im getting older and have trouble walking any distance........
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2021, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,252
Re: Snow Chains
Why not a spare set of wheels, with the big nobby tires mounted? You just swap out and no damage to paint or metal.
I have a spare set of wheels with just studded snows for up here in Syracuse,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2021, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,712
Re: Synthetic Oil for Model A
Supertech FULL synthetic for 14.63 for FIVE quarts............
granted the words triple titanium, super premium, jumbalala, quadruple gold standard
arent in the title. Me thinks walmart isnt...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-23-2021, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,712
Re: Synthetic Oil for Model A
Ronn: Please check your oil prices again if you are still on this Planet .
5 quarts for under 15.00???????????????
guess they have a different walmart out your way.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-22-2021, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,712
Re: Synthetic Oil for Model A
with synthetic oil basically the same price as regular oil at Walmart- I have been running only synthetic in EVERYTHING.
even the lawn tractor. it protects far better then reg oil which breaks...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-21-2021, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 419
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-20-2021, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 1,779
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-17-2021, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,388
Re: USPS damage in shipping
No more USPS for me. I started using UPS and it's faster, cheaper and no waiting in line.
x's two this week. tired of certified mail that is "LOST"
btw- no insurance, no refund.........
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-17-2021, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 70
Views: 2,719
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-17-2021, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 724
Re: Slow post
dont even want to talk about the usps over here........certified mail isnt even making it anymore. Ive had 3 certified letters returned in the last 4 months. they all made it to the town and then,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2021, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 724
Re: Slow post
I have read on two occasions of mail delivery men, who have been found to have had each of their respective garages full of undelivered mail.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2021, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,735
Re: Lightened Flywheel?
this discussion is often brought up on the early 1 and 2 cylinder cars- where the weight of the flywheel is really meaningful.
with a 4 cylinder engine- not so much.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2021, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 724
Re: Slow post
dont even want to talk about the usps over here........certified mail isnt even making it anymore. Ive had 3 certified letters returned in the last 4 months. they all made it to the town and then,...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2021, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 266
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2021, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,187
Re: Stud removal; broken stud process Q.
after lubricating well with PB blaster, I use a pipe wrench gently in both directions, just to work it loose. Have never had a problem.
regarding the broken drill bit in the stud........... I am...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-13-2021, 05:54 AM
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Replies: 71
Views: 3,080
Re: 4 post lift
How often do you remove the wheel, suspension?
if you like restoring cars- often.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2021, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 546
Re: door pin removal
this topic was discussed previously and there was mention of pouring "hot wax" on the pin. it penetrates and supposedly the pin comes right out........
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-12-2021, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,037
Re: Rolling chassis
a compete chassis on the low end is 1000. and tops out around 2500. saves a lot of time
if you are building a rod, then that is a totally different question........
the HAMB is good as...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2021, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 71
Views: 3,080
Re: 4 post lift
I don't think I feel comfortable anchoring a 2 post lift in only 4 " of concrete...JMHO
dont know a single person who doesnt install at least 8" around posts.
4" would def not pass...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-11-2021, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 71
Views: 3,080
Re: 4 post lift
I agree with you Big Hammer- would think the 4 post would be best for storage.
doing a brake job and Im thinking the 4 post would always be in the way.........
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-10-2021, 05:33 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 700
Re: Can this flathead be saved?
About 8 yrs ago my mechanic did this with my 1912 Buick. Water wasnt let out for the winter and a few hairline cracks......
he took a dremel, carved a v into the crack and used JB weld.
car has...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2021, 04:41 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 944
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-10-2021, 04:39 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,731
Re: Marvel Mystery Oil
MMO is a great lubricant. always put some in the gas tank to clean out anything sticking.
if it smokes for a bit, you know you are cleaning up the ill gotten mosquitos!
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